Sugar Warehouseperson

The Sugar Warehouseperson is responsible for assisting with loading and packaging sugar in the warehouse. Ability to safely perform all warehouse duties, including packaging; loading; and forklift operation. Specific job functions include but are not limited to filling super sacks; operating the remelt system; cleaning, loading, and sealing rail cars and semi-trucks; processing paperwork and entering data into computer systems. Responsible for thorough and accurate documentation with items such as bills of lading, weight tickets, the master sanitation schedule, and other business-related paperwork. Additionally, responsible for performing routine cleaning including the operation of sanitizing equipment such as the sweeper.

Basic mechanical aptitude is required with the ability to perform basic maintenance, including checking bearings, equipment adjustments, and greasing.  Must be able to obtain basic computer skills, which include inputting and verifying data.   Ability to understand, follow written and verbal communication from supervisors and the Sugar Warehouse Assistant Foreperson Communicate effectively with truck drivers and employees.  

This position is required to pass the sugar warehouse test, which includes demonstrating knowledge, skills, and abilities related to mathematical, computer, and good manufacturing practices (GMP).  The position also is required to pass the computer and hands on Rail Safe assessments and warehouse fall protection program.  Must be able to perform duties utilizing equipment including but not limited to:  water hoses, squeegees, brooms, and shovels. 

Knowledge of safe operating procedures, personal protective equipment, quality standards, including Good Manufacturing Practices, Safe Quality Foods (SQF), the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) as well as sanitation standards.  The employee must be able to complete documentation required for all positions, which includes but is not limited to logbooks, standard operating procedures, JSAs, LOTO procedures, and confined space entry permits.

Performs other duties as directed and works overtime.

Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative is a food production company that produces granulated sugar and liquid sucrose.